Anthony Taylor retires from refereeing after 20-year career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from refereeing effective immediately, concluding a 20-year career that spanned 831 matches. The 47-year-old's last match was Spain's 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup last 16 on 6 July. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches since his promotion in 2010 and handled every major domestic cup final. He received praise for his professionalism in high-pressure situations, including the Euro 2020 match that required a suspension due to a medical emergency. Taylor plans to transition to the next chapter of his career.
- •Taylor officiated 831 matches during his career.
- •His last match was at the World Cup on 6 July.
- •He managed 432 Premier League games since 2010.
- •Taylor officiated every major domestic cup final.
- •He was on FIFA's list of officials for 14 years.
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — Premier League referee Anthony Taylor announces retirement after 20-year career
- 3:00 PMBBC Sport — Premier League and World Cup referee Taylor retires
"Taylor officiated at four major tournaments – the 2022 and 2026 World Cups and 2020 and 2024 European Championships
"Anthony Taylor announces his retirement from refereeing with immediate effect - ending a 20-year career.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 21, 2026, 7:21 PMPremier League referee Anthony Taylor announces retirement after 20-year career
Taylor officiated at four major tournaments – the 2022 and 2026 World Cups and 2020 and 2024 European Championships
- BBC SportJul 21, 2026, 3:00 PMPremier League and World Cup referee Taylor retires
Anthony Taylor announces his retirement from refereeing with immediate effect - ending a 20-year career.
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